Care Services
Sector overview
Social care is about providing support to help people of all ages maintain a dignified and independent life. There are a variety of setting where this support can be delivered including day centres, people’s own homes or residential settings.
Apprenticeship Standards
There are 15 different apprenticeship standards ranging from Level 2 to 7, with standards from other occupational pathways also being relevant to this sector. Apprenticeship titles include(click each title for more information):
Benefits
Secuity
With the advancement of AI, some sectors may not be as secure as others. Social care is people focussed and therefore less likely to be affected by automation.
Variety
With a focus on personalised care for the people you are supporting, no two days will be the same. One day you could be organising a group activity, the next day supporting an individual to go shopping.
Career progression
There are many options for progression, either by moving up the career ladder or by focussing on specific areas such as learning disabilities, mental health, advocacy.
Personal Attributes
- English and maths GCSE at Grade 4 (C)
- Communication skills
- Team working
- Positive attitude
- Customer Service
